OVERVIEW
The Housing Support Specialist (HSS) position works with low-income individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless to find and maintain safe and appropriate housing in the north Durham townships of Uxbridge, Scugog and Brock. The Housing Support Specialist position provides housing stabilization services through financial aid programs, referrals to community resources and connection to government and non-profit programs; assists households to maintain their current tenancies and assists people who are currently homeless or at risk of becoming homeless to secure transitional to permanent housing.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Housing Support and Homelessness Prevention
Client Services, Case Management and Documentation
Community Relations and Outreach
SKILLS
WORKING CONDITIONS
LOCATION
The North House main office is in Uxbridge. Due to North House’s service delivery requirements, the incumbent will be required to work and travel throughout Durham Region, primary in the north Durham area. Office setting with occasional travel to events or client and agency meetings within the Durham Region catchment area.
COMPENSATION AND HOURS
This is a full-time position in-office with regular hours of work are 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday; however, occasional evenings and weekends may be required. Salary $52-54K/year based on experience. Extended health care including dental and vision care. Ten paid personal days plus three weeks vacation.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement of all North House staff except for those with an approved medical or human rights exemption.
If you are ready to embark on this journey with us and join in on the continued growth and success of this organization, this may be the opportunity for you!
Please note that submissions will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and therefore early submission is encouraged. Please send your resume to *******@**********.**. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.